Now I realise that the title of this thread sounds very negative and not the sort of upbeat conversation that people are accustomed to at talkbass, but really, this is a celebration. No matter now much life is getting you down, no matter how bad things are, no matter how much you are struggling with the bass, be you new to it or a veteran of many years, remember... smile! Life is great, because no matter how bad you think you are, you are a way, way better bass player than Michael Anthony of Van Halen. Please take a few minutes to check the link below (apparently it's tea, not whiskey, and he is stone cold sober) - I hope it makes a few people smile!!!

I just dont get the point of these threads...I have no idea what good comes of them!
who cares if they suck or they're awesome?
they make music people want to listen to and that should be respected. Not that I care for them too much, but theres always someone worse or someone who can melt your face off, but thats not the point!

I just dont get the point of these threads...I have no idea what good comes of them!
who cares if they suck or they're awesome?
they make music people want to listen to and that should be respected. Not that I care for them too much, but theres always someone worse or someone who can melt your face off, but thats not the point!

Some damn fine suggestions for our A-List of "Why do the band let this guy hang around with them?" bass players - but is there any documented evidence? I'm quite proud of my Exibit A - Michael Anthony on the initial post. Does anybodyhave any other cringe worthy links?

Pete Wenz isn't a pro bass player, he is a pro song writer and performer, it just happens that he plays bass. He's not rich and famous because he's a (good/bad) bass player, he's famous because he writes catchy songs for his band and has charisma

Ill take Pete Wentz for a 1000 Alex.... He can write a catchy song yes and do crazy spin kicks while playing his catchy songs. Nikki Sixx is the same. Writes catchy songs, but cant really play for ****. Gotta give em credit though they will never have money problems.

Cliff Williams (AC/DC), Wentz, Sixx and even Wolfie aren't BAD bass players. BAD bass players make mistakes like playing wrong notes a lot. No, these guys play simple lines, either because the songs need it or because of technical skills limitations.